Lesson 2 - Actvity 2

Image Collection
Now that we are in the process of discussing the legalities of copyright and Comic Life...it's time to get some images!
Comic Life software requires the user to collect images first, and then create a final product.
Images files can come in a variety of formats:
• .jpeg
• .gif
• .pdf
• .png
• .tiff

And from different sources:
• Digital images uploaded to a computer folder
• Built in cameras (webcams)
• Import from other draw applications such as Kid Pix, Corel, etc..
• Copyright Free cartoons from Plasq.com (both Mac and PC)
• Draw and scan original pictures
• Import online images
***Please note: For online images that are copyright free, visit our website link. (TDSB intranet). These sites are all appropriate for educators to use for non-commercial purposes with Comic Life. We do not recommend Google images to be used with students unless permission has been granted by the original artist - see TDSB website link above for more information.

Assignment for week: Collect images in a folder to support your storyboard and future comic.
If you can’t find an image online or in a clipart program, try other things such as plastecine, draw and scan, etc…
Please have your text, storyboard and images ready for next week!

If you are keen to take your own photos, I have attached an eworkshop PDF on using different camera angles to communicate, and a link for photography tips and tricks. Also think of using draw programs like Kid Pix and Corel and exporting them as .jpgs!

***Please make sure to keep a detailed citation list as to where you found your images as a panel for Bibliography and Image Credits must be added to your comic!